Overview
- Authorities report no fresh violence after clashes in West Karbi Anglong left two dead and more than 70 injured, including over 60 police personnel.
- Army columns conducted flag marches as Assam Police, RAF and CRPF maintained patrols, with prohibitory orders and mobile data suspension still in place.
- The unrest followed a 15-day hunger strike over alleged encroachment of VGR and PGR lands and escalated after police removed three fasting protesters for medical reasons.
- Arson during the clashes included the torching of KAAC leader Tuliram Ronghang’s ancestral house; victims were identified as Suresh Dey, who was burnt to death, and Athik Timung, killed in police firing.
- A tripartite meeting involving the state government, KAAC and protest representatives is slated for Dec. 26 in Guwahati, as community groups urge low-key Christmas observances and restraint.